It is a time to reaffirm the importance of equal rights and protection against…

Overview

It is a time to reaffirm the importance of equal rights and protection against discrimination and violence. In Brazil, women have fundamental legal protections provided for in the Constitution and in specific legislation, such as the Maria da Penha Law, which combats domestic violence, and the Equal Pay Law, which aims to eliminate the disparity between men and women in the job market. Furthermore, there are rights structured during maternity, such as maternity leave and job stability during pregnancy. Despite the advances made over the years, challenges persist, making the fight for equity still essential to ensure that all women can fully exercise their rights and opportunities in society. Among these rights, reproductive autonomy is a fundamental aspect. In Brazil, women have access to contraceptive methods, family planning and prenatal and postnatal care through the SUS. The Family Planning Law (Law No. 9,263/1996) legal protections the right to a free and informed decision about motherhood, including the possibility of voluntary sterilization within legal criteria. Furthermore, Brazilian legislation allows the termination of pregnancy in cases of rape, risk to the pregnant woman's life or fetal anencephaly. However, there are still difficulties in accessing adequate health services and the need to expand sexual education, ensuring that all women can fully exercise their reproductive rights.